'Bad tempered' Pawtucket ice rink shooter Robert Dorgan killed ex-wife and son
Robert Dorgan, who opened fire during a high school hockey match in Pawtucket, fatally shot his ex-wife and son before taking his own life.
Robert Dorgan, 56, also known as Roberta Esposito, has been identified as the shooter in a tragic incident that unfolded during a high school ice hockey match in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. During the event, he fatally shot his ex-wife, Rhonda Dorgan, and their adult son, Aidan Dorgan, before turning the gun on himself. Police Chief Tina Goncalves addressed the media and confirmed the details of the incident, which has left the community in shock.
The shooting also left two other individuals injured: the parents of Dorgan's ex-wife and a family friend. The situation escalated rapidly during what should have been a celebratory event, changing the course of many lives in a moment of violence. Police investigations are ongoing, but initial reports suggest that Dorgan did not have any prior convictions that would have raised red flags regarding his access to firearms.
This tragic event raises serious questions about gun violence and mental health support within communities. Local officials are likely to address these issues in the aftermath, reflecting on how to prevent such senseless acts in the future and provide better support to those who may be struggling with their mental health, especially in the face of personal crises.